Moisture meters provide flooring professionals essential moisture content readings on their installation materials. For both concrete and hardwood, accurate readings save flooring from being compromised by moisture. Warping, adhesive failures, and structural issues are a few of the main floor damaging issues.
Whether testing timber or concrete, a reliable moisture meter is necessary for preventing costly flooring failures. Think moisture testing as protection, not a chore - it's your insurance policy.
At Kevmor Trade Supplies in Perth, WA, we stock some of the industry’s best moisture meters for concrete and wood. As exclusive Australian distributors for Wagner Meters, we supply the latest model Wagner meters, all pre-calibrated for Celsius readings.
Our moisture meter range includes:
- Pinless wood moisture meters (Wagner Orion Series)
- Concrete moisture meters (Rapid RH L6)
- Calcium chloride & pH test kits
- Wagner accessories, and more!
2025 Best Flooring Moisture Meters Key Takeaways:
- Wagner Moisture Meters provide reliably precise moisture readings.
- Pin vs. Pinless: Pin meters penetrate deep; pinless meters are non-destructive.
- Orion 950 – Best wood flooring moisture meter with Bluetooth & dual-depth scanning.
- Rapid RH L6 – Industry-standard concrete moisture meter (ASTM F2170 compliant).
- Concrete pH Tests & Calcium Chloride Tests ensure proper subfloor moisture control.
- Kevmor offers expert advice, plus fast and FREE shipping Australia-wide (orders over $100).
Why Moisture Testing Is So Important
Moisture meters such as the premium Wagner Meters confirm flooring materials are dry before installation can proceed. Without testing, you can and likely will run into devastating moisture-related issues during and after your project’s completion date.
These moisture-related issues with flooring include:
- Warped flooring – Boards expand, contract, and cup.
- Adhesive failures – It prevents the glue from bonding properly
- Mould & rot – Excess moisture breeds fungi and bacteria, air quality issues.
- Concrete issues – Tile delamination from trapped moisture.
Knowing the importance of testing moisture on flooring materials, professionals use moisture meter devices to test on all installations. In order to get good results, you need accurate moisture tests readings.
Consistent accuracy is one of the key factors to look for when selecting a moisture meter for your flooring jobs.
Learn more below about accuracy and more key factors for selecting a good flooring moisture meter.
Choosing The Right Moisture Meter
The "best" moisture meter depends on multiple factors, from the material you're testing, to the required accuracy and the testing methods needed. These key factors below are good to review before purchasing a moisture meter:
#1 PIN VS PIN-LESS
Wood moisture meters come in two main types: Pin-Type & Pinless. Learn about their pros and cons to see which is best for you.
Pin-Type Moisture Meters
Pinned devices use two metal pins to penetrate material and measure electrical resistance.
- Best for: Raw timber, thick wood slabs, and materials requiring deep penetration.
- Pros: Accurate deep readings, works on irregular surfaces.
- Cons: Leaves small holes in the material.
Pinless (Non-Destructive) Moisture Meters
Uses a sensor plate to scan moisture without surface damage.
- Best for: Finished wood flooring, furniture, drywall, and concrete slabs.
- Pros: Fast, non-invasive, scans larger areas quickly.
- Cons: Requires flat, smooth contact for accurate readings.
Reviewing pin v pinless meters:
- Pin-Type Moisture Meter - Uses metal pins; best for raw timber, deep penetration.
- Pinless Moisture Meter - Non-destructive; best for finished wood, drywall, concrete slabs.
#2 ACCURACY & CALIBRATION (FOR LONG-TERM ACCURACY)
For consistent results in your wood meters, calibration matters. Look for easy calibration. For example, our Orion moisture meters come with a self-calibration feature that lets you recalibrate quickly onsite without downtime. This feature is called the On-Demand Calibrator (ODC). It's what’s behind Orion meters' consistent accurate moisture measurements.
Orion moisture meters at Kevmor include an On-Demand Calibrator (ODC) for easy onsite calibration.
#3 BLUETOOTH & DATA LOGGING
- Pros: Orion 950 offers real-time tracking & the ability to create and exportable reports on-site via the Wagner FloorSmart app.
- Cons: Requires a mobile device with Bluetooth and a steady internet connection to download and compile data into a PDF report from the Orion 950 and FloorSmart app. If you have an unreliable internet connection or in an area without internet, we recommend the Orion 930 instead.
#4 FLOORING MATERIAL(S) BEING TESTED
For concrete flooring, you need an ASTM F2170 compliant kit like any of the **Wagner Rapid RH Series** devices (we love the Rapid RH L6) Wagner Rapid RH Series (Rapid RH L6): Rapid RH L6
For hardwood flooring material, pin or pinless, you want "wood species self-calibration" abilities out of your wood moisture meter. For this, we recommend Wagner Orion Series featured in our Timber Moisture Meters shop category.
Kevmor Moisture Meter Selection Insights
Always recalibrate after temperature or humidity changes to avoid inaccurate readings.
Learn how to re-calibrate a wood moisture meter in our demo video below. It's hosted on our Kevmor youtube channel, but you can view the video right below:
- Moisture testing tip: Make sure to test multiple areas for consistent readings.
BEST MOISTURE METERS FOR TIMBER & CONCRETE FLOORING
View the latest devices for testing wood and concrete flooring moisture at Kevmor.
Best Wood Moisture Meters
Wagner Orion 950
The Wagner Orion 950 is our top choice moisture meter for flooring.
The Orion 950 features dual-depth pinless scanning, Bluetooth data tracking, and non-invasive moisture detection.
Wagner Orion 930
The Wagner Orion 930 Moisture Meter For Timber matches the Orion 950 in all features but one, the Bluetooth capabilities.
So outside of Bluetooth, the Orion 930 features dual-depth measurement to detect surface vs. core moisture variations and all the other same advanced Orion 950 technologies.
Wagner Orion 910
The Orion 910 Deep Depth Pinless Wood Moisture Meter was designed to replace the MMC220.
- Note: All Wagner Orion meters feature the On-Demand Calibrator (ODC), allowing flooring professionals to easily recalibrate their moisture meters on-site for consistent long-term accuracy.
Best Concrete Moisture Meters, Test Kits & Accessories
Our top meters, test kits and accessories for testing concrete flooring.
Wagner Rapid RH L6
Wagner Rapid RH L6 - ASTM F2170 compliant, industry-standard for RH% testing in concrete.
Concrete pH Test Kits
pH levels impact adhesive bonding and curing. Knowing them is essential for concrete moisture testing.
We recommend these concrete ph test kits:
Calcium Chloride Test Kits
Calcium Chloride Test Kits measure moisture vapor emissions (MVER) in concrete slabs.
We recommend these Calcium Chloride Tests at Kevmor:
Moisture Meter Accessories
Our Kevmor Moisture Meter Accessories collection includes calibration tools, probes, sleeves, and Bluetooth data loggers. Feel free to browse through our selections and reach out if you have any accessories questions.
Moisture Meter Selection FAQ
1. What is the best Wagner Moisture Meter for timber flooring?
The best Wagner moisture meter for flooring professionals is the Wagner Orion 950. It features dual-depth scanning, Bluetooth connectivity for data logging, and pinless technology for non-destructive moisture detection. Ideal for wood flooring projects, it ensures accurate and efficient moisture measurements.
2. What is the best Wagner Moisture Meter for Concrete?
The Wagner Rapid RH L6 in-situ probe system is the optimal choice for concrete flooring and complies with Australian Standard ASTM F2170.
3. Do Wagner Moisture Meters work on concrete?
Yes, the L6 is designed for concrete RH% testing.
4. Can I buy official Wagner Meters products in Australia?
Yes, at Kevmor we stock Australia-calibrated Wagner Meters of all types direct from the manufacturer. As the exclusive Wagner distributor in Australia, we ensure your Wagner products are delivered quickly (plus, most moisture meter category products are considered eligible for FREE shipping).
